1990 Opel Lotus Omega vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Lotus Omega would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 308 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Lotus Omega | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
